Description
- Opened in 1978, this is Tokyo’s first aquarium, and occupies several upper floors of a high-rise building.
- Although the exhibition space is limited, the aquarium makes the most of its location, for example by making the penguins appear to be swimming in the air.
Reviews by situation
“Relaxing alone” Recommendation score: 3 /10
Sunshine Aquarium is mostly visited by families with children, couples, and friends, so visiting alone can be a bit of a psychological hurdle. There are other aquariums where you can relax.
“Kids will love it” Recommendation score: 9 /10
Children love the penguins that look like they’re flying, and the aquarium is designed to make it easy to move around with a stroller.
“As a date” Recommendation score: 8 /10
Many couples visit on dates, and the aquarium is well-received for its photogenic nature.
“Fun with friends” Recommendation score: 6 /10
The second most common visitors after families with children are friends, and the aquarium is well-received for its photogenic nature.
Business Hours
AM10:00 to PM8:00 (most stores)
Closed Days
Irregular
English Support
In principle, it supports multiple languages including English. The same goes for the staff.
Fees
One adult …2600yen to 2800yen [Cash or Credit card or SUICA or other]
Access
Higashi-ikebukuro Station (Metro Yurakucho Line)
Ikebukuro Station (JR Yamanote Line / JR ShonanShinjuku Line / JR Saikyo Line / JR Utsunomiya Line / Metro Marunouchi Line / Metro Fukutoshin Line / Metro Yurakucho Line / Tobu Tojo Line / Seibu Ikebukuro Line)
Official Links
https://sunshinecity.jp/en/aquarium/
